AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoICJ Tension: Venezuela says it has “well-founded doubts” about the ICJ process over the Essequibo dispute after Guyana’s statements, reiterating it never consented and will not recognize any ruling. Energy & Power Security: Government says it has submitted a counteroffer in ongoing Karpowership contract renewal talks, with the operator previously warning of a June 1 deadline and possible blackouts. Grid Modernisation: InterEnergy outlines a GPL grid modernisation roadmap through 2030, aiming for a more reliable, resilient, digitally managed network. Public Utilities Relief: GPL will start a $30,000 monthly electricity subsidy for eligible pensioners from the June 2026 billing cycle. Roads & EVs: Soesdyke–Linden Highway works are ~90% complete on the US$161M project; Guyana targets 24 public EV charging stations by year-end. Skills for Renewables: 22 technicians graduate from EV systems and solar PV charging infrastructure training. Governance Debate: Minister Gail Teixeira pushes back on using Transparency International’s CPI to judge anti-corruption progress, calling it perception-based. Procurement Watch: Six bids received for the Berbice Sub-Registry Building. Housing Push: Region 5 begins clearing backlog with up to 1,000 new house lots under Dream Realised. Local Industry & Culture: KFC Guyana renews as official fast-food partner for the One Guyana T10 Blast; Guyana Fashion Festival “A Diamond Legacy” runs July 3–5 with designer grants.
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